2013 Map of Fourtown Lake

About this map

Fourtown Lake and the dense water network of the Superior National Forest dominate this 2013 topographic survey along the boundary of St. Louis and Lake counties. This wilderness landscape is characterized by its complex glacial hydrology, where major bodies like Horse Lake and Gun Lake are linked by seasonal drainages such as Spawn Cr and the Range River. The map captures a primarily roadless area, with only a few corridors like the Cloquet Line and Mackie Rd providing access to the southern reaches. Local place names such as Tin Can Mike Lake and No-see-um Lake reflect the vernacular heritage of the northern woods. For researchers, the map provides a clear look at the intricate shoreline of Jackfish Bay and the portage-linked basins of Mudro Lake and Sandpit Lake, illustrating the traditional movement patterns through this lake-rich region of northern Minnesota.